The 18th Lok Sabha’s first session commences with members taking oath. Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju emphasizes coordination to ensure effective functioning. Pro-tem Speaker Bhartruhari Mahtab will oversee initial proceedings, including the election of the Speaker. President Droupadi Murmu will outline the NDA government’s agenda in a joint session on Thursday. PM Narendra Modi will respond to the Motion of Thanks debate on July 2-3.